One week

It's mind-boggling to think of what can happen in one week.

One week ago today I was at home instead of at school, because the entire city lost water due to freezing weather busting the pipes.

One week ago today I was baking pretzels and eating Chinese food with my family and the girls that were staying with me.

One week ago today my grandmother was still breathing.

One week ago today, life was good.



Today, I'm back at school, with running water, and more homework assignments that I know what to do with.

Today, I'm wishing I could be back home with my family and friends.

Today, my grandmother is in heaven, and her body is resting peacefully under the canopy of a majestic live oak tree.

Today, life is still good.


No, it doesn't make sense.


Even to me.


But it is.



Because He lives.



Amen.